I was hesitant at first, but I'm currently taking a class over in Arvada, CO at Charlies Fly Box (Charlie Craven's), and I just wanted to share how valuable something like this is. While Charlie isn't teaching this course, our instructor has so much experience, the value is in the little things - time-saving tips and tricks, the explanation of a complex technique, just makes tying that much less intimidating and a hell of a lot more fun.

If you're a beginner tyer, I highly recommend finding a local class. You can stare at books all day and rewind YouTube videos for hours and you'll wonder why your flies aren't proportioned right, or just plain look terrible.